fergus51

fergus51

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  1. From Canada (CBC) an article about Nurses and Stress:

    fergus51 replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Health, Stress Management

    It doesn't surprise me. I think nursing gets more stressful every

  2. Can UK Nurse-midwives become CNM's

    fergus51 replied to dibleydale's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Hi Dibleydale, I don't plan on moving there in the immediate future, probably in about 2-3 years. I'm mainly interested in living in a smaller sized city like Bristol or Cardiff rather than London. It...

  3. Can UK Nurse-midwives become CNM's

    fergus51 replied to dibleydale's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Trust me, it's no different for those of us interested in working in the UK. They don't just snap us up either, the process takes a lot of time and

  4. Who am I, the HIPPA police?

    fergus51 replied to ICRN2008's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I don't see how this is a hipaa violation. You were right to obey hospital policies and the nurse shouldn't have given you a hard time. But, she was just being smart getting another doc to get the...

  5. Can UK Nurse-midwives become CNM's

    fergus51 replied to dibleydale's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    This is the site to find the info you need:

  6. Can UK Nurse-midwives become CNM's

    fergus51 replied to dibleydale's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I believe you are required to have a masters degree to practice as a CNM in that

  7. Who decides whether a patient gets the costly treatment?

    fergus51 replied to Alex3's topic in General Nursing

    I work NICU and insurance has nothing to do with it since we have to treat everyone who needs it. If the doc orders it and the parents agree, the baby gets

  8. Piercing Infants Ears?

    fergus51 replied to Krojas21's topic in Pediatric

    I just don't see how that could happen. The earlobe is a pretty good sized fleshy area. I don't see how anyone would hit the cartilage by accident and I doubt it would cause a big problem even if they...

  9. Piercing Infants Ears?

    fergus51 replied to Krojas21's topic in Pediatric

    I really don't think there is a certain age. When you think about it logically, we circumcize newborns at a day old. Piercing the ears is certainly not any more traumatic or dangerous. I've never...

  10. How often do you take a break?

    fergus51 replied to Alex3's topic in General Nursing

    We get two thirty minute breaks. We only miss them if we are extremely busy, but even then you can usually get out for 10 minutes to pee and wolf down some food. I can't work well for 12+ hours...

  11. Raids on members causing high fever in nurse unions

    fergus51 replied to Brian's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    The reason is simple, a union has no power to negotiate if it's an open shop. Plus, I wouldn't be too thrilled for my coworkers to benefit from the dues I pay without contributing (cause you know...

  12. Raids on members causing high fever in nurse unions

    fergus51 replied to Brian's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    That does depend on the union. I've been in CNA and very happy with it. Their priorities were my priorities (limiting floating, seeing a wage increase, patient ratios). A union has to satisfy the...

  13. Raids on members causing high fever in nurse unions

    fergus51 replied to Brian's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I think there is nothing wrong with that if they recognize why unions come into hospitals in the first place. IMO, unions are a response to bad management. If staff feel that they are being treated...

  14. Raids on members causing high fever in nurse unions

    fergus51 replied to Brian's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Yes, I prefer to work with another RN rather than an LVN. That doesn't mean I think you're worthless. Like it or not, RNs have to cover LVNs on my unit. They had to long before CNA got the ratios...

  15. I Wish I'd Said That!

    fergus51 replied to Meerkat's topic in General Nursing

    I generally have the other problem: I say something smarta$$ed and then wish I hadn't... but it just feels so good at the time I can't seem to help

  16. Raids on members causing high fever in nurse unions

    fergus51 replied to Brian's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Personally, as an RN, this doesn't concern me at all. I care about my working conditions, I don't care about the LVN job market. I work in a critical care area and prefer primary nursing with an all...

  17. what shift do you work and why do you like/hate it?

    fergus51 replied to johnson0424's topic in General Nursing

    I like nights because the people are just a little more fun on that shift where I work. Plus, there is the added benefit of less admins around. Things I hate: not having the resources, having to deal...

  18. contract broken, do I pursue it?

    fergus51 replied to rnwaller's topic in Travel

    A contract is more than just "you will be employed these dates", they have things like hours of work, pay for housing, conditions of benefits, etc. Travellers contracts tend to include some language...

  19. contract broken, do I pursue it?

    fergus51 replied to rnwaller's topic in Travel

    Most contracts include something about the hospital having the right to fire you at any time. You are not guaranteed to work there for your whole contract just because you signed a

  20. Lost It at Work!

    fergus51 replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    I think you were appropriate. I personally can't stand it when day shift relief holds me up in report with stupid things like that and I'll let them know when they try it. Nursing is a 24 hour job. I...

  21. my first birth!

    fergus51 replied to elizabells's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I didn't cry, but it was definitely overwhelming. I was a student and we had to see at least one lady partsl birth. Everytime I went to L&D, things slowed down and finally it became clear I was...

  22. International Day of Solidarity with Denmark!!!

    fergus51 replied to 1Tulip's topic in International Nursing

    I also think Denmark is taking unecessary and uncalled for abuse. It was a PAPER. Am I supposed to be responsible for everything printed in the American

  23. Does nite shift make you fat?

    fergus51 replied to badabinggirl's topic in General Nursing

    I think it's behavior, not the shift. I've lost a lot of weight while on night shifts. I eat normal healthy foods, three meals, good snacks, avoid the vending machine and

  24. Lactation Consultants-On Staff?

    fergus51 replied to SuperFlyRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I work in a large hospital in California, our LC coverage was extremely spotty. I really feel PP nurse should be well trained in breastfeeding and encouraged to get their LC themselves. Our unit in...

  25. Raids on members causing high fever in nurse unions

    fergus51 replied to Brian's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I'm working as a traveller in a union hospital and have no problems. I used to work a union job and had no problems with travellers. I wonder where some of you people work that it's so bad. Pamona has...